About Our Office

The team at Toccoa offers a breadth of orthodontic services to meet the needs of kids, teens, and adults. Helping our patients reveal confident smiles through tailored orthodontic treatment plans is our goal. If you’re looking for braces or Invisalign® aligner options from a family orthodontist near you, book your FREE consultation online or by phone today.

  • Dr. Schaefer attended the Dental College of Georgia and has practiced since 1998
  • Dr. Schaefer is a board certified orthodontist and Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics
  • Former U.S. Army Officer in the Army Dental Corps
  • Smile Doctors Orthodontics in Toccoa, GA proudly serves the communities in the following zip codes: 30577, 30598
  • Bilingual, Spanish speaking team
  • Convenient locations in Toccoa and Lavonia
  • Convenient scheduling and progress tracking through Smile Doctors Anywhere app
  • Affordable monthly payment options and discounts are available for qualifying patients
  • Most dental insurance plans accepted
82 Bell Plaza Dr,
Ste 101,
Toccoa, GA, 30577-8015
Monday - Thursday: 8:30am-5pm
Friday: 8am-12:30pm
Recent Google Reviews:

"The entire Toccoa Smile Doctors staff, from the front desk to the clinical staff, are always extremely friendly and welcoming. They go above and beyond to make their patients feel comfortable and at ease. We are on our second child being a patient with Smile Doctors, and so far this experience is as wonderful as the first. They are thorough and do amazing work. I highly recommend the Toccoa Smile Doctors office for anyone needing orthodontic care."

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Hollie Peek

About Our Office

The team at Toccoa offers a breadth of orthodontic services to meet the needs of kids, teens, and adults. Helping our patients reveal confident smiles through tailored orthodontic treatment plans is our goal. If you’re looking for braces or Invisalign® aligner options from a family orthodontist near you, book your FREE consultation online or by phone today.

  • Dr. Schaefer attended the Dental College of Georgia and has practiced since 1998
  • Dr. Schaefer is a board certified orthodontist and Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics
  • Former U.S. Army Officer in the Army Dental Corps
  • Smile Doctors Orthodontics in Toccoa, GA proudly serves the communities in the following zip codes: 30577, 30598
  • Bilingual, Spanish speaking team
  • Convenient locations in Toccoa and Lavonia
  • Convenient scheduling and progress tracking through Smile Doctors Anywhere app
  • Affordable monthly payment options and discounts are available for qualifying patients
  • Most dental insurance plans accepted
82 Bell Plaza Dr,
Ste 101,
Toccoa, GA, 30577-8015
Monday - Thursday: 8:30am-5pm
Friday: 8am-12:30pm
Google
5-star

Orthodontic Services Available

Braces

Smile Doctors offers metal and ceramic braces to suit our patients’ needs. Our orthodontists can develop a custom orthodontic treatment plan for kids, teens, and adults.

Invisalign® Aligners

A clear alternative to traditional braces, Invisalign® aligners are a convenient choice for adults and teens looking to discreetly straighten their teeth with clear aligners.

Smile Express®

Get the smile of your dreams in six months or less with Smile Express®! Learn how our local orthodontists can help adults touch up their smile with aligners shipped straight to your door.

Retainers

Keep your smile beautiful with clear or fixed retainers from Smile Doctors. Our orthodontists can fit a new or existing patient for a retainer and offer retainer repairs and replacements if needed.

Rising Star (7& Up)

The American Association of Orthodontists (AAO) recommends children see an orthodontist by age 7. Our RISING STAR program provides children ages 5-10 with complimentary, early care.

Current Offers and Insurance

Everyone deserves a confident and affordable smile. Convenient monthly payments and discounts are available for qualifying patients. We accept most insurance plans and will check your coverage during your FREE initial consultation.

Your Dream Smile Awaits Up to $500 Off
On comprehensive braces or Invisalign® aligner treatment

* When you sign up for autopay. Additional restrictions & exclusions may apply. Offer excludes any and all services and items covered in-full or in-part by any state or federal Medicaid program.

Pay in Full
Discounts when you pay in full for treatment

* Some restrictions & exclusions may apply.

Military Discount
10% off braces or Invisalign® aligners

A special offer for service members and family

* Some restrictions & exclusions may apply.

Family Plan
Discounts when multiple family members start treatment

* Some restrictions & exclusions may apply.

Meet Our Orthodontists in Toccoa

David Schaefer
Dr. David Schaefer

David Schaefer is happy to create beautiful smiles for his patients in his home state.

Schaefer attended Young Harris College and the University of Georgia as an undergraduate and completed dental school at the Medical College of Georgia. He then entered the Army a second time as an Army Dental Corps officer, completing a one-year general dentistry residency at Fort Carson, Colorado. He was later selected to the Tri-Service Orthodontic Residency Program  at the Lackland Air Force Base in San Antonio, Texas. He then

returned to serve as Professor, Chief of Orthodontics for the Advanced Education in General Dentistry residency program.

Schaefer is a board-certified orthodontist as well as a Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics, a distinction held only by a small percentage of orthodontists.

In his spare time, he enjoys spending time with his family and giving back to his community.

Meet Our Orthodontists in Toccoa

David Schaefer
Dr. David Schaefer

David Schaefer is happy to create beautiful smiles for his patients in his home state.

Schaefer attended Young Harris College and the University of Georgia as an undergraduate and completed dental school at the Medical College of Georgia. He then entered the Army a second time as an Army Dental Corps officer, completing a one-year general dentistry residency at Fort Carson, Colorado. He was later selected to the Tri-Service Orthodontic Residency Program  at the Lackland Air Force Base in San Antonio, Texas. He then

returned to serve as Professor, Chief of Orthodontics for the Advanced Education in General Dentistry residency program.

Schaefer is a board-certified orthodontist as well as a Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics, a distinction held only by a small percentage of orthodontists.

In his spare time, he enjoys spending time with his family and giving back to his community.

Awards & Certifications

Patient Reviews

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“Very professional, extremely kind they really value their patients!!! I definitely recommend Smile Doctors Lavonia and Toccoa!!!!”

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Lilly Smith
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“Haven’t even been there yet and been on phone all day trying to find who to go to and they just made my first call experience the best. Been there and it was great and very helpful. Everyone was so polite and they had a nice set up. I recommend making the beautiful drive up there. They have some really high tech equipment as well.”

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Tara McIntyre
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“My family loves coming to the Toccoa and Lavonia SmileDoctor offices!! Dr.Schaefer and his team are so caring, friendly and professional. 100% recommend for any Orthodontic needs!!”

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Cassie Manley
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“Highly recommended. Office staff are all so polite and knowledgeable! (Even when your son doesn’t wear his invisaligns like he should😏)”

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Lori Baskins
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“i’ve had braces twice with Dr. Schaefer (wear your retainers, guys!!!!), and i’ve always had a great in-office experience. i’m very happy with my new smile, and i’ll recommend smile doctors to anyone!!”

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Leyla Gantes

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In the Community

Our team members make a difference in our communities every day. Whether we are putting on events at our clinics or hosting tooth talks in the schools, filling backpacks with supplies or donating time to those in need, creating smiles is our passion.